Pendulum is a drum and bass-influenced electronic rock group from Perth, Au… Read Full Bio ↴Pendulum is a drum and bass-influenced electronic rock group from Perth, Australia, who relocated to the UK in 2003. The group (2002) comprises Rob Swire (vocals/synth/producer), Gareth McGrillen (bass guitar/producer/DJ), Perry ap Gwynedd (guitar), Paul 'El Hornet' Harding (DJ), KJ Sawka (drums) and Ben 'The Verse' Mount (MC). While the band has been in a hiatus since 2012, El Hornet and Mc Verse have continued to perform DJ sets using the aliase.

In 2005 they released their debut album, Hold Your Colour. Critically, the album was well-received in both the United Kingdom and Australia. In addition, it was one of the biggest selling Drum and Bass releases of all time. Pendulum have also collaborated with Freestylers, releasing the single "Fasten Your Seatbelt". MC $pyda and DJ Tenor Fly also feature as vocalists on "Tarantula".

Pendulum's sound is typically heavy beats accompanied by low, buzzing bass lines, overlaid with synthesized leads. As of their second album, In Silico, further experiments with sound are evident with many more elements from rock and typical electronic music being incorporated into their music. "In Silico" is Pendulum's first album for Warner Bros. Records via the bands Ear Storm imprint.

Their track "Vault" was played by almost every DJ and was declared by annual Knowledge Drum’n’bass Awards as The Best Track of the Year. They have also created many remixes, including a remix of Voodoo People by The Prodigy.

The band's third album "Immersion" was released on 24th May 2010, entering the UK album charts at #1 at the end of that week.

In 2011, members Swire and McGrillen started their side project, Knife Party, as a way to create different kinds of electronic music. It has since become their primary focus, however they have not ruled out the possibility of new Pendulum material in the future.

Their official website can be found at www.pendulum.com.

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There are:
Michael (Drums) Influences Led Zeppelin, Terry Bozio, Casiopea
Turi (Guitar) Influences Rush, Journey, Van Halen, Racer X, Earl Klugh, Enya
Rifki (Guitar) Influences Dokken, Paul Gilbert, Night Ranger, Dream Theatre
Adit (Bass) Influences Jaco Pastorius, Level 42, Magellan

Their album can reach at:
http://www.equinoxdmd.com/pendulum/default.htm

Tarantula Feat. $pyda & Tenor Fly
Pendulum Lyrics

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Blad tarantula,
Time for the massive come sing ya,
Blad tarantula,
Don't play with my style I might sting ya,
Blad tarantula,
You want me inject me bacteria,
And if ya body goin' stiff,
And your spine goin' numb,

Now come for get some...

Time to fix you up something here right nowâ?¦

Shotter, hitter, serial killer,
Go a your funeral and all drink out your liquor,
When you are bury we a-stand next to the vicar,
Fling on some dirt and make your bury a little quicker,
Shouldn't test the youth them in the Tommy Hilfiger,
Hug up you mama, say sorry to you papa,

All a get number for the little sister
A shall we call her Ill ask her, freeza,

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Pendulum's (DJ Hype Remix) song Tarantula are filled with aggression and warning. The opening line, "Blad tarantula," sets the tone for the rest of the song, warning the listener that danger is near. The lyrics talk about injecting bacteria and stinging anyone who plays with the singer's style. The use of the tarantula as a metaphor suggests that the singer is dangerous and deadly, much like the spider.

The next set of lyrics focuses on violence and death. The singer refers to themselves as a "shotter" and "hitter," indicating that they are involved in illegal and violent activities. They also refer to themselves as a "serial killer," suggesting that they have a history of killing others. The line "Go a your funeral and all drink out your liquor" is particularly chilling, indicating that the singer has no regard for human life and will even disrespect the dead. They also urge the listener not to test them, warning that doing so will result in harm.

Overall, the lyrics to Tarantula are dark and intense, warning the listener of danger and violence. The use of metaphors and imagery, such as the tarantula, add a layer of depth to the lyrics, making them more impactful.

Line by Line Meaning

Blad tarantula
I am like a tarantula, ready to attack.

Time for the massive come sing ya
It's time for the crowd to come and sing along with me.

Don't play with my style I might sting ya
Don't try to copy my unique style, or there may be consequences.

You want me inject me bacteria
You are interested in what I have to offer, but it may come with a risk.

And if ya body goin' stiff, And your spine goin' numb, Now come for get some...
If my music has a physical effect on you, don't be afraid to come and enjoy it anyway.

Shotter, hitter, serial killer
I am powerful and dangerous, like a hired killer or assassin.

Go a your funeral and all drink out your liquor
Even if you were to die, I will still have power over you and your possessions.

When you are bury we a-stand next to the vicar
Even at your funeral, I will still be present, watching over you.

Fling on some dirt and make your bury a little quicker
I may even speed up the process of your burial.

Shouldn't test the youth them in the Tommy Hilfiger
Don't underestimate the younger generation, even if they seem innocent or naive.

Hug up you mama, say sorry to you papa
Take a moment to show your love and respect to your family.

All a get number for the little sister A shall we call her Ill ask her, freeza
I have even caught the attention of your little sister, and I may even make her a fan of my music.

Lyrics © SHAPIRO BERNSTEIN & CO. INC.
Written by: ROBERT SWIRE-THOMPSON, JONATHAN SUTTER, GARETH MCGILLEN, DAN STEIN, COLIN GRIFFITH

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